1978 Simca Horizon vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Simca Horizon | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 96 L |